Segmental Neurofibromatosis Type 1, a Rare Variant of Neurofibromatosis: Report of Two Cases
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Segmental neurofibromatosis type I (SNF-I) is a rare variant of neurofibromatosis (NF). It is classified as NF type V and defined as cafe'-au-lait macules and/or neurofibromas in a single ,unilateral segment of the body .We report two cases with SNF-I with striking similar manifestations.
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volume 12 issue 1
pages 22- 25
publication date 2009-04-01
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